Johnson James Weldon:
The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man
Introduction by: William L.Andrews
Penguin Books , 1990
Quality paperback, 192 pages
Size: 198x125 mm
ISBN: 9780140184020
ISBN-10: 0140184023
James Weldon Johnson
James Weldon Johnson (1871-1938) Was A Prominent Author, Lawyer, Educator, Diplomat, And Early Civil Rights Leader. He Was Also The Author Of "The Autobiography Of An Ex-Colored Man", Originally Published Anonymously. In 1900 He Wrote The Lyrics And His Brother, Rosamond, Composed The Music For "Lift Every Voice And Sing," Which Is Still Widely Sung Today And Has Come To Be Known As The Official African American National Anthem.
William L. Andrews
William L. Andrews Is E. Maynard Adams Professor Of English At The University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill.<Br>

